Obituary: Chadwick "Chad" Hatheway

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In memory of

Chadwick "Chad" Hatheway

of Murdo, South Dakota, died on Saturday, March 27, 2010 at the Kadoka Nursing Home in Kadoka at the age of 88

Chadwick Dean Hatheway was born August 16, 1921, at South Sioux City, Nebraska, the son of Gaylen and Lorriane (Knepper) Hatheway. At the age of 6, Chad moved with his family to Jackson County, and later moved to a ranch in Mellette County.
As a young man he joined the Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC), entering duty at Navyyard, Mare Island, California. He worked as a welder and mechanic with the Company 2750 CCC Orman Dam, Fruitdale, South Dakota. A short time later he was shipped to Pearl Harbor to help with wartime cleanup.
Upon his return, Chad went to Broadus, Montana, where he drove truck. He later moved back to Okaton, South Dakota.
On August 14, 1947, Chad was united in marriage to Betty Jean Schilling at Murdo, South Dakota. He trucked for Barber Transportation for many years. He owned and operated the Mobil Station in Murdo, and worked for the South Dakota Highway Department for 21 years, retiring in 1983.
His wife Betty Jean preceded him in death in 1984. Chad continued to make his home in Murdo, until moving into the Kadoka Nursing Home in 2009, where he has since resided.
Survivors include five children Sharilyn Bader and her husband Kenny of Valentine, Nebraska, Richard Hatheway of Murdo, Roger Hatheway and his wife Patti of Spearfish, Judy Iversen and her husband Roy of Murdo, and Ross Hatheway of Pierre; ten grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
In addition to his wife Betty Jean, Chad was preceded in death by his longtime friend Marge Bork, two sisters Cleone and Marion, and two brothers Ned and Monte.
Visitation was held 5-7 p.m. CDT Tuesday, March 30, at the Messiah Lutheran Church in Murdo, with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m.
Funeral services were held 11:00 a.m. CDT Wednesday, March 31, at the Messiah Lutheran Church in Murdo, with Pastor Ray Greenseth officiating.
Interment was in the Murdo Cemetery.
A memorial is established.

FUNERAL SERVICES
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 - 11:00 a.m.
Messiah Lutheran Church
Murdo, South Dakota
CLERGY
Pastor Ray Greenseth
MUSIC
Doris Convey - Pianist
Congregational Hymns
“The Old Rugged Cross”
Special Music
Jasmine Esmay - Guitar/Solo
REGISTER BOOK ATTENDANTS
Irene Brink - Thelma Sayler
USHERS
Dan Convey - Bob Bork
PALLBEARERS
Virgil Stickler - Wally Elrod
Dwight Hunt - Randy Fuhrer
Jerry Hatheway - Joel Hatheway
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance
INTERMENT
Murdo Cemetery
Murdo, South Dakota

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Visitation: 5-7 p.m. CDT Tuesday, March 30, at the Messiah Lutheran Church in Murdo,
Prayer service: 7:00 p.m. CDT Tuesday at the church
Funeral services: 11:00 a.m. CDT Wednesday, March 31, at the Messiah Lutheran Church in Murdo.
Interment: Murdo Cemetery.

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So sorry to hear of Chad's death. You and your families will be in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Janet Newbold Ft. Eustis, VA (3/27/2010)
Roger - Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My sympathies to your family. ~ Scott Ochsner Tea, SD (3/27/2010)
Judy and family - So so sorry to hear of Chad's passing. We are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers. We love you guys! ~ Darrin & Lonna Jackson Rozet WY (3/27/2010)
So sorry to hear about Chad's passing. He was such a sweet man! I always looked foreward to seeing him for supper when I worked at the truck stop! Our thoughts and praryers are with you! ~ Stephanie and Kiel Dettler Aberdeen, SD (3/27/2010)
Sorry to hear of he the loss of your dad. I so enjoyed visiting with him either at the truck stop or Diner. Last time I saw him was in Pierre Hospital a year ago when my mother was also there, and still the same friendly person, no matter where he was. ~ Don Nash Brookings, SD (3/27/2010)
To Chad's family.....Chad always had time for us....to share a laugh, a memory. He was a fine man. Cherish the moment he was allowed to be a part of your earthly lives. We are praying for your comfort and strength. ~ Melvin and Clarice Roghair Okaton SD (3/27/2010)
We are so sad to hear Chad passed away....lot's of great memories of him when we were at the Motel. He was such a caring person and always had a great outlook on life. When Marge passed away, he still came to visit and
stayed in touch. I will miss receiving his christmas cards! Our sympathy to all his family. ~ Mike and Marlene Kurle Rapid City, SD (3/27/2010)
Our sympathy to you, Judy and all of your siblings. It is so hard to let go of those we love, but Chad certainly led a good life and was so proud of all you kids, g-kids and gg-kids. He and Bob used to work together at the State highway shop many years ago and your folks used to come to White River and see us after we moved there..He and Bob always had a good??? joke to share and bantered back and forth whenever they would see eachother..God Bless you! ~ Bob and Elsie Bak Fort Pierre, SD (3/27/2010)
So sorry to hear of your loss. I didn't know your dad but the video gave me a little look into the life he shared with you. From what I have read, he will be greatly missed by his family and friends. ~ Eileen Kotz Presho SD (3/27/2010)
Dear Cousins,
I'm sure sad to see that Uncle Chad has passed away. I found his obituary by coincidence on Find A Grave yesterday while doing genealogy research. I loved seeing the video of his life and wish I'd had a chance to know him better. Hope I get the chance to meet all of you one day before my time is gone. Please contact me if you have the time, I'd love to hear from you. Leanne01@aol.com
Leanne Wiese (Cleone's granddaughter) Santa Clara, CA ~ Leanne Wiese Leanne01@aol.com (3/27/2010)